Dark Elves

Dark Elves, or the Caelor, are a genetic offspring of the Alemar. They are considered the lowest of all Elves, and seen as vile and disgusting by many people of Shaeral, even among other elves. The Dark Elves are a cursed and misunderstood people, and due to their use of Necromancy, and suspected involvement in the Slaughter of Jiristiil, all Dark Elves have been condemned to Nowhare, a small island off the coast of the Alemar Empire. Any Dark Elf caught attempting to escape is killed, but that doesn't stop hundreds of elves fleeing every year from their island prison. The Dark Elves are a deeply traditional people, and hold necromancy as a core tenant to their lifestyle. While Dark Elves are not inherently evil, many see them as such. 

Physical Traits

Dark Elves have dark, ashen skin, with dark hair equal in color. They have red, piercing eyes that are akin to demons. They typically have sharper canine teeth, giving them a vampiric appearance in some cases. These are believed to be curses placed on them by the Gods. 

Character Creation

Naming Conventions

Dark Elves are named after their ancestors, and like other Elves, their names are derived from their language, which is significantly more guttural than other Elves languages, giving Caelish a sort of Orcish sound to it, leading to others to claim that even the very language they speak is evil.

Example Name

Beirzegid Bheklule Bhodra Chudrome Dacmuh Dheivro Dhimola Dhordron Didemel Drirthobos Geklamo Ghahudhi Ibigosh Khenzebath Kubsuth Mihanni Nuimzan Odu Osuh Phusil Pokhudu Pudael Qheralne Rhadnoss Totrydh Verige Wiazros Yidaenrol Yorsah Zoldes Zunnibeh

Dark Elf Stats

Age Dark Elves, like all elves, do not die from old age. They can only be killed, or they may choose to die once they feel their life is accomplished.
Alignment While Elves in general do not have a standard alignment, and can typically fall anywhere on the scale, Dark Elves tend to follow neutral or chaotic paths. This is not required.
Size All Elves are medium sized.
Speed Dark Elves base speed is 30 feet.
Languages Dark Elves speak Caelish. They may speak one other types of Elvish and one learn another language of their choice. (See DM for a list of languages)
Blood Ripper: Dark Elves have the ability to utilize necromancy to save themselves from certain peril. Once a Dark Elf is near death, they can make an attempt to steal some life force from an ally or enemy. If successful, they can heal 1d12 points, causing an equal number of damage to the target. This requires a long rest to replenish.

Related Organizations

• The Alemar Empire